Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
filifolia
ID:
433299

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Greene) Greene

Source:
cmp

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Pittonia 3: 11 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000432631



Common Names

  • Filifolia Sibara
  • Filifolia Star of Bethlehem
  • Filifolia Starflower


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Synonyms

  • Arabis filifolia (Greene) Greene [unknown]
  • Cardamine filifolia Greene [unknown]

Description

Sibara filifolia (also called Threadleaf Sibara, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant native to Central and South America. It is an epiphyte, meaning it grows on other plants, and is typically found in tropical rainforests. It has long, narrow leaves with a white center and green edges.

Uses & Benefits

Sibara filifolia is an ornamental plant used for landscaping and decoration.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sibara filifolia is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sibara filifolia is a species of flowering plant in the mustard family, native to Mexico. It can be propagated by seed or division of the offsets. The plant should be grown in a sunny position in well-draining soil. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. Fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Sibara filifolia

Sibara filifolia can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Sibara filifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sibara filifolia?

Sibara filifolia

What is the common name of Sibara filifolia?

Thread-leaved sibara

What is the natural habitat of Sibara filifolia?

It is native to the western United States

Species in the Brassicaceae family

Abdra brachycarpa, Abdra aprica, Acuston perenne, Aethionema rhodopaeum, Aethionema alanyae, Aethionema arabicum, Aethionema armenum, Aethionema capitatum, Aethionema carlsbergii, Aethionema carneum, Aethionema cephalanthum, Aethionema cordatum, Aethionema coridifolium, Aethionema demirizii, Aethionema diastrophis, Aethionema dumanii, Aethionema edentulum, Aethionema eunomioides, Aethionema fimbriatum, Aethionema froedinii, Aethionema gileadense, Aethionema glaucinum, Aethionema grandiflorum, Aethionema heterocarpum, Aethionema heterophyllum, Aethionema huber-morathii, Aethionema karamanicum, Aethionema lepidioides, Aethionema levandowskyi, Aethionema lycium, Aethionema marashicum, Aethionema membranaceum, Aethionema munzurense, Aethionema orbiculatum, Aethionema papillosum, Aethionema retsina, Aethionema saxatile, Aethionema schistosum, Aethionema semnanensis, Aethionema speciosum, Aethionema spicatum, Aethionema stylosum, Aethionema subulatum, Aethionema syriacum, Aethionema thesiifolium, Aethionema thomasianum, Aethionema transhyrcanum, Aethionema turcicum, Aethionema umbellatum, Aethionema virgatum,

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